Edric is an uncommon, yet charming first name of Welsh origin. It is derived from the Old Welsh elements "Eiddil" meaning "prosperous" and "warlike". In medieval Wales, Edric was a popular name among kings and nobles, with one notable bearer being Edric the Wild, a prince who lived in the 10th century. Today, this unique name is more commonly found in Welsh-speaking communities but continues to hold its distinct appeal worldwide.
The name Edric experienced significant popularity fluctuations over the century from 1914 to 2023. The early period shows consistency with around 5 births per year until 1955 when it began increasing, peaking at 17 births in 1970. After a brief decline, it surged again from the late 80s, reaching an all-time high of 137 births in 2018 before dropping to around 50-60 births annually until 2023. Overall, there were 1624 Edrics born over these years.